The Western Education Foundation for Resources, Inc. (WEFR) is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit foundation established in 1984. The Foundation seeks to enhance public awareness of the economic and social importance of the natural resource industries.

Provide the public with research, education and information regarding natural resources.

Promote public discussion regarding natural resource policy issues.

Enhance public awareness of the implications of natural resource policies.

Promote the development and dissemination of factual, science-based information regarding natural resource issues.